By Sandy Zimmerman (Photos by Sandy Zimmerman) The Plan Check Kitchen & Bar serves classic American cuisine with a Japanese influence. You can expect generous portions and unique dishes. When ordering their oysters on the half shell, the server asks, “How many do you want?” These oysters are much larger than the ones served at other restaurants. Each oyster measures around 3-to-5 inches long, it is similar to eating two or three oysters in one.[…]

By Sandy Zimmerman (Photos by Sandy Zimmerman unless indicated) A massage is a way of taking care of yourself even if you don’t have any medical conditions. Just relax on the massage table, let the massage therapist pamper you. David Otto, Massage Therapist, owner of Hands in Motion and certified member of the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA), explained, “My clients want massages for various reasons. Most pain management or repetitive motion concerns are conditions[…]

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By Sandy Zimmerman (Photos submitted by Osterland) Whenever you are entertaining family, friends or for a business event, it is important to find just the right wines to serve with your appetizers or meal. Master Sommelier, Eddie Osterland, advises anyone who is planning a party, “Never Save the Best for Last. Serve Your Best Stuff First. Most people will arrive coming from work, and perhaps after running around at the office all day. They’re likely to[…]

(Photos by Sandy Zimmerman unless indicated) P. J. Clarke’s name has been highly honored since 1885 and throughout the years, their customers are always assured of a truly regal dining experience. Part of the allure of J. P. Clarke’s Las Vegas Chophouse is their uniqueness. Dennis McCartney, the General Manager, explained, “P. J. Clarke’s has a lot of history. Our Side Car has an exact replica of Frank Sinatra’s booth in the New York restaurant.[…]

By Sandy Zimmerman (Photos by Galaxy Movie Theatre) I was invited to the VIP party and special screening for the opening of the NEW Galaxy Green Valley Luxury+ Theatre. Movie theatres never looked so good! Instead of just seeing another movie, you can now enjoy the added bonus of the luxury of the Galaxy Theatre. It becomes more of an experience. While sitting in the ultra-comfortable seats, just touch the powered footrest and you are[…]

By Sandy Zimmerman (Photos by Sandy Zimmerman unless indicated.) The Tropicana Hotel keeps up with the times! As one of our distinguished hotels of Las Vegas’ famous past, the Tropicana continually transforms themselves. I was invited to their VIP Press party celebrating the opening of the new Tropicana Theater, formerly the Tiffany Showroom, and to introduce us to all of their other renovations. Just before the Tropicana Theater’s ribbon cutting ceremony, Tropicana Las Vegas President/[…]